Question

Which of the following statements is true with regard to transverse and longitudinal waves?

Answer 1

Answer:

D (The last answer)

Explanation:

In a transverse wave, particles oscillate perpendicular to the direction of wave motion.

In a longitudinal wave, the oscillations of particles are parallel to the direction of propagation.

Answer 2

Answer:

Option (D)

Explanation:

Transverse waves are usually defined as those wave in which the particles within the medium vibrates perpendicular to the direction of wave propagation direction. These are comprised of crest and trough and also comprises the other properties of a wave such as amplitude, wave speed, wavelength, time period and frequency. For example, X rays, lightwave, and microwaves.

On the other hand, longitudinal waves are defined as those waves in which the particles present in the medium vibrate parallel to the wave propagation direction. For example, sound waves.

Thus, the correct answer is option (D).